Regional and State Incentives

The EB-5 program was created to stimulate the U.S. economy through job creation and capital investment by foreign investors. All 3 counties along the I-72 Corridor are eligible EB-5 TEA counties. Project...

Businesses looking to locate in an Enterprise Zone along the I-72 Corridor are in luck! All three counties can offer zone benefits.
Western Illinois Economic Development Authority Zone
Jacksonville/Morgan County Zone

New Market Tax Credits allow individual and corporate investors to receive a tax credit against their federal income tax in exchange for making equity investments in certain qualifying areas. Along the...

Businesses located along the I-72 Corridor have the ability to apply for loan funding from one of several low interest revolving loan funds.
Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials Revolving...

Several communites along the I-72 Opportunity Corridor have Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts. Each community uses its TIF in different ways to stimulate private investment. Contact each community to learn more about...

Part of the Neighborhood Recovery Initiative, starting in November and available until funds are depleted. The Department of Commerce is partnering with financial institutions with strong small business lending backgrounds...

Category: State, Business

Harpole’s Heartland Lodge Brings Over 20,000 People to the I-72 Corridor

Twenty-three years ago, Gary Harpole had a vision to help grow the economy in his family’s hometown of Nebo, Illinois. Having traveled abroad, he saw Western Illinois with fresh eyes, appreciating the incredible beauty and tranquility of the area. Learn More!